Composite Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings that restore decayed teeth while blending naturally with your smile.
Composite fillings are tooth-colored restorations that repair decay, cracks, or fractures while blending in with your natural teeth. Unlike silver amalgam fillings, the composite material can be closely matched to the shade of the surrounding enamel.
- Chipped, cracked, or broken teethRestore strength and shape after damage.
- Small gaps between teethA conservative way to refine your smile.
- Worn or decayed teethRebuild teeth weakened by everyday wear or decay.
- One visitWe remove the decayed area, layer in the composite, and cure it with a blue light.
- Natural finishLayered composite is shaped to your bite and polished to look and feel like natural enamel.
- Mild sensitivity is normalAny sensitivity to hot or cold usually fades within a few days.
There are different types of materials available when you need a filling. Silver amalgam fillings and composite fillings are the most widely used. Unlike metal fillings, composite fillings can be closely matched to the shade of your existing teeth, which makes them more cosmetically pleasing.
Composite fillings repair chipped, cracked, broken, worn, or decayed teeth, and they can close a gap between two teeth. Composite fillings generally require just one appointment to restore your tooth to its original shape and function. Your dentist first removes the decayed part of the tooth or preps the damaged area, then applies the composite in thin layers and hardens each one with a dental curing light. At Hingham Dentistry, we use the latest technology and finest materials to create composite fillings that offer superior fit, function, and esthetics. Proper oral hygiene, good eating habits, and regular dental visits help extend the life of your new filling. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about composite fillings or to schedule an appointment.
The specialists leading your care.
Dr. Adrina DeVitre
DMD · General Dentist
Dr. Adrina DeVitre grew up watching her parents, both dentists, caring for patients. From the age of 11, she'd go into the office with her mother on weekends and assist in small ways. It was then she began noticing and appreciating the delicate touch required for dental work and the compassion her mother had for her patients. At 14, she began helping out on the administrative side, where she developed a sense of responsibility and professionalism that she carried with her into her own career. Before long, Dr. DeVitre came to realize the dental field was more than just the family business. It became her passion.
Dr. Elaina Kazes
DMD · General Dentist
Dr. Kazes earned her Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences from Fordham University and her DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Adrina DeVitre was her mentor in dental school, generously guiding her throughout her educational journey. During dental school, Dr. Kazes earned the American Association of Oral Biologists Award, the Academy of Dentistry for Persons with Disabilities Student Award, and was a three-time recipient of the Chigas Scholarship Award. She participated in research and was a finalist in the DENTSPLY/Caulk Competition for her presentation at the AADR conference in 2014.
Dr. Amy Yeh
DMD · General Dentist
Dr. Amy Yeh grew up in Virginia Beach, VA where she became an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician. She continued working as an AEMT while attending Emory University and graduated with a B.S. in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology and a B.A. in French Studies.
Composite Fillings questions, answered.
These answers cover the usual starting points. Call the office when your situation needs a more specific answer.
What are composite fillings made of?
- Composite fillings are tooth-colored restorations that repair decay, cracks, or fractures while blending in with your natural teeth.
How many visits does a composite filling take?
- A composite filling takes one visit. We remove the decayed area, layer in the composite, and cure it with a blue light.
Will my filling look natural?
- Yes, your filling is shaped to your bite and polished to look like enamel, giving it a natural finish.
Is it normal to have sensitivity after a filling?
- Mild sensitivity to hot or cold is normal after a filling and usually fades within a few days.
How long do composite fillings last?
- Daily care and regular exams help your filling last for years.
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